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The Hop Farm Museum
Working farm museum with vintage tractors, farm machinery and family exhibits that bring Kent's agricultural past to life.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone to Staplehurst is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Staplehurst will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
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Take a train from Maidstone to Staplehurst and enjoy the approximately 12 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 22:58.
Distance 12 km |
First train 1:40 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Maidstone to Staplehurst.
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Staplehurst trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:00 Maidstone | 0h33 | 20:33 Staplehurst | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:00 Maidstone | 0h33 | 21:33 Staplehurst | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:00 Maidstone | 0h33 | 22:33 Staplehurst | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:00 Maidstone | 0h33 | 23:33 Staplehurst | 1 change | |
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Working farm museum with vintage tractors, farm machinery and family exhibits that bring Kent's agricultural past to life.
National Trust house museum presenting Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson's home, collections and creative legacy.
Small local museum covering Cranbrook's social history, buildings and crafts, useful for understanding the wider Wealden area.
Large National Trust garden with seasonal planting, tower views and woodland walks; one of the area's standout days out.
Village centre route lined with historic buildings, shops and everyday local life; ideal for a short self-guided walk.
Riverside nature reserve with lakes, bird hides and accessible paths, popular for peaceful walks and wildlife watching.
A classic Kent dish of smoked herring, often grilled with butter and lemon. It reflects the county’s long fishing and coastal food traditions.
Kentish cobnuts are fresh hazelnuts grown locally, prized in season for their sweet, milky flavour and long association with Kent orchards.
A traditional apple and blackberry pudding or pie made with Kent fruit. It celebrates the county’s orchard heritage and autumn produce.
Historic country pub known for hearty British cooking, ales and a cosy setting a short drive from Staplehurst.
Stylish pub and dining room in nearby Frittenden, popular for seasonal British dishes and a smart but welcoming atmosphere.
Traditional village pub with a relaxed atmosphere, serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in Staplehurst.
Moderate for rural Kent. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, but accommodation and rail travel to nearby towns can raise overall visitor costs.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Staplehurst.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone to Staplehurst by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Staplehurst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Maidstone to Staplehurst trains use the Maidstone West to Staplehurst station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Staplehurst train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maidstone West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone West.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maidstone West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maidstone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone West.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Maidstone, Travelodge Maidstone Central, The Townhouse Hotel.
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Staplehurst is 1 km from Staplehurst city centre. Public transport options include:
Staplehurst has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staplehurst.
Ticket office support is available at Staplehurst. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Staplehurst: Parking, WC.
Available at Staplehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staplehurst: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via lift. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge. Step free interchange between platforms via lifts, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:40 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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